Global Communications Review Specialist at Jane Street (New York New York, United States)
Jane Street· New York New York, United States·
Job description
About the position
We’re looking to hire a trustworthy Global Communications Review Specialist to execute communications reviews for Jane Street globally. This role sits within our Legal & Compliance team and will coordinate with individuals across offices to monitor our internal electronic communications (such as emails and chats) for regulatory compliance.
In this role, you’ll be primarily responsible for reviewing alerts generated by our surveillance systems, applying judgement to determine whether flagged communications should be escalated. You’ll analyze sophisticated communications by digging into the substance of conversations, understanding the business context and identifying potential regulatory concerns. This role will assist with a variety of electronic communications-related tasks and can expect to work on projects and tasks as needed with teams across offices.
This opportunity is best suited for someone who is eager to work independently, can exercise discretion, and is excited to learn about the inner workings of Jane Street’s business. The role offers a unique window into the firm's business operations, where you'll gain insight into how financial markets and the industry operates. We don’t expect you to have a background in finance or any other specific field — we’re looking for smart people who enjoy solving interesting problems. We’re more interested in how you think and learn than what you currently know.
About you
- Have 2+ years of experience in a legal and/or compliance environment; no specific regulatory or policy exposure required
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Discreet and trustworthy; able to use good judgment to make real-time decisions
- Communicates clearly with colleagues and external partners
- Not afraid to ask questions and admit mistakes
- Reliable and flexible team player with a positive attitude
- Eager to work independently, with the ability to escalate tasks when necessary and proactively following-up to close the loop on tasks and projects
If you're a recruiting agency and want to partner with us, please reach out to agency-partnerships@janestreet.com
** This role offers the potential for remote flexibility
Why work at Jane Street
- Culture: Described as “open and collaborative,” with porous boundaries between trading, research, and technology. Intellectual humility and curiosity are highly valued.
- Learning & Development: Offers immersive internships, multi-day programs, direct mentorship, and a week abroad for interns. Full-time employees have access to extensive internal training, a library, and classrooms in every office.
- Work Environment: Most employees write code as part of their regular work. The firm is known for its technical excellence and for using the most advanced tools available.
- Benefits: Daily breakfast and lunch, fully-stocked kitchens, on-site gyms, nursing suites, quiet rooms, recreation spaces, health services, and more. Offices are designed for collaboration and deep focus.
- Remote/Hybrid Policy: Not explicitly stated, but the firm emphasizes in-person collaboration on trading floors. Offices are located in major global cities.
- Diversity: Actively seeks people from all backgrounds and emphasizes that the company is only as strong as its people.